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Dr. Faraz Ahmad, MD

Cardiology
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Accepting new patients
14 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Faraz Ahmad, MD

Dr. Faraz Ahmad, MD is a Cardiology Specialist in Chicago, IL. They specialize in Cardiology, has 14 years of experience, and is board certified in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology. They graduated from University Of Chicago-Pritzker School Of Medicine and is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital.

Dr. Ahmad works at Bluhm Cardiovascular Institute of Northwestern in Chicago, IL. They are accepting new patients and accepts Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Ahmad's Office Locations

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    Bluhm Cardiovascular Institute of Northwestern
    675 N Saint Clair St Ste 19-100, Chicago, IL 60611 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (312) 664-3278

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  • Northwestern Memorial Hospital

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    About Dr. Faraz Ahmad, MD

    Specialties
    • Cardiology
    Specialties
    Years of Experience
    • 14 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Dutch
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    NPI Number
    • 1932333473
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • University of Pennsylvania Health System
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • University Of Chicago-Pritzker School Of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology and Cardiovascular Disease
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Faraz Ahmad, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Ahmad is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Ahmad has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Ahmad works at Bluhm Cardiovascular Institute of Northwestern in Chicago, IL. View the full address on Dr. Ahmad’s profile.

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